There is no better time to make a name for yourself than at the World Cup, here we profile a few players that could win the Young Player of the Tournament.
1. Antony
A dream move to Manchester United and a few goals to begin his career was enough for the tricky winger to earn a place in the Brazil. Likely though to be a impact player such is his nation’s strength in depth .
2. Ibrahima Konate
The Liverpool defender might play more for France in the early stages as Manchester United defender Raphael Varane works through his injury.
Jurgen Klopp has shown complete trust in him, and the 23-year-old has fulfilled it. He is now a decisive defender for Liverpool and could be for club.
3. William Saliba
Saliba joined Arsenal in 2019 but struggled and was sent to Nice on loan. He returned to Arsenal but was quickly loaned to Marseille.
He has now returned to Arsenal, where he is now the most important defender.
4. Aurelien Tchouameni
When Casemiro joined Manchester United, Tchouameni emerged as his replacement. A firm fixture in the starting lineup, he is technical star and will be a vital player for the reigning World Cup champions.
5. Jude Bellingham
The England international is in the shop window and continues to dominate the Bundesliga despite being only 19. Four goals in four Champions League matches has put him in the frame to start for England. Bellingham is a great ball carrier and dynamic midfielder.
6. Gavi
Gavi, an aggressive player with a high work rate is already a star for Spain. He won the Kopa trophy and Golden Boy award this season. At 17, he starts for Barcelona and is the country’s youngest player in history.
Gavi has already shown his sincere commitment to the game. He plays with
7. Pedri
Like Gavi, he has shone at Barcelona at the age of 17. Despite being only 19, he will play a big role for Luis Enrique at the World Cup. He was a regular starter for Spain at Euro 2020 and also competed in the Olympics last year.
8. Jamal Musiala
Germany has another star in the making. The 19-year-old has been involved in nine goals in the first nine matches for Bayern this season – five goals and four assists – which underlines why he is part of this conversation.